The New *Official 2013 Disney Princess Half Marathon Thread*

[PrincessV]

Well... hmmm... I'm not the biggest fan of princesses (my DIS name is ironic - trust me!) and glitter, so it's already got that working against it, lol! It's fine; I'll be happy to wear one. But I'm feeling lots better about my TOT medal now!

 

[Cripey]

Well... hmmm... I'm not the biggest fan of princesses (my DIS name is ironic - trust me!) and glitter, so it's already got that working against it, lol! It's fine; I'll be happy to wear one. But I'm feeling lots better about my TOT medal now!

I'm a fan of bling, crowns, pink, girly, etc...but I keep wishing they would make the focus of the medal the actual crown/tiara rather than the word "Princess." Oh well, it's growing on me and I'm sure I'll love it when they put it around my neck. Maybe I'm just cranky because I just got a finger prick and a flu shot!

So far though, the Tinker Bell medal has been my hands-down favorite.

 

[christinascreative]

I like the medal.. wish more emphasis was on the tiara too... but since it will be my first ever medal in ANYTHING... I'm pretty sure I'm going to love it

 

[matthewhavens]

Does anyone know the best way for spectators to get to the finish line? We will be staying on property at Poly but with no rental car, so we have to rely on Disney transportation.

If the race starts at 5:45am(ish) is there a way to get to the finish line at 7:00am?

I'm worried that monorails won't be running that early.

 

[Cripey]

Does anyone know the best way for spectators to get to the finish line? We will be staying on property at Poly but with no rental car, so we have to rely on Disney transportation.

If the race starts at 5:45am(ish) is there a way to get to the finish line at 7:00am?

I'm worried that monorails won't be running that early.

Not to worry, monorails will be running...my cheerleaders used them to get around to see me at the 2011 race.

 

[PrincessV]

...but I keep wishing they would make the focus of the medal the actual crown/tiara rather than the word "Princess."

I like the medal.. wish more emphasis was on the tiara too...

Yes, that's what I couldn't put my finer on - I loooove me a tiara, but that's not really the focus. Oh well.

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Speaking of tiaras and bling... I've changed my outfit idea and am now in need of an iron-on skull wearing a tiara. I thought that would be easy to find... No. Anyone know a good place to check?

 

[JerzPrincess]

So excited! I'm registered and ready to go! Too bad it's still so far away! I'm new to the thread but I did run last year and I have run the Tinkerbell. I love the medal!!

 

[christinascreative]

Speaking of tiaras and bling... I've changed my outfit idea and am now in need of an iron-on skull wearing a tiara. I thought that would be easy to find... No. Anyone know a good place to check?

Would this do the trick?

 

[samc]

I ran in one for a 5K and it stayed great but I have never tried a longer run with it. It just has the comb clips (and was actually from my wedding where it stayed in place all day and night).

Mine's old (got it at Michaels, though), but the design makes it easy to forget I'm wearing it - I think the key is something that fits a bit like a headband, but not down behind the ears, flexible enough to bed to the right shape, and combs on the ends help.

The year I ran, I did a little web seraching and found a ponytail holder that had a blinged-out tiara/crown attached to it...so I still had a tiara on, but just a more comfortable, easier version Just an idea. Also, if you like to wear any type of sweat band, Bondi Band makes one with a crown across the front of it, as another alternative...I'm wearing one in the first pic below. It comes in other colors.

I always run with a hat so I am not sure what I am going to do. Maybe I can get a plain color hat and attach a tiara to it. I want to do something cute. I was also thinking about the princess mouse ears but I know those will bother me after a few miles. I think I will just get those to wear later that day with my medal.

Thanks for your help!! I think I'll look for one that has combs or the ponytail style might be cute & comfortable

 

[cimrk01]

I was also thinking about wearing a Tiara but was worried about getting a headache during the run. Opted for a headband with some bling

http://www.sweatybands.com/en/shop-sweaty-products/bling/bling/viva-diva.aspx

 

[Cripey]

I always run with a hat so I am not sure what I am going to do. Maybe I can get a plain color hat and attach a tiara to it. I want to do something cute. I was also thinking about the princess mouse ears but I know those will bother me after a few miles. I think I will just get those to wear later that day with my medal.

runningprincess.com sells a cute visor with a tiara stitched on it. I tried to buy one at one of the expos they were at once, but they sold out before I could get there. They posted on FB the other day that they now have a special edition tiara visor in black...thinking about ordering that one, I really like it...but normally only wear a visor during the summer months before the time changes.

 

[PrincessV]

Would this do the trick?

A definite consideration - thanks!

 

[samc]

I was also thinking about wearing a Tiara but was worried about getting a headache during the run. Opted for a headband with some bling

http://www.sweatybands.com/en/shop-sweaty-products/bling/bling/viva-diva.aspx

those are very cute! wonder if I could somehow fasten a tiara & one of these together. If the tiara doesn't work out I could ditch it along the way and still have the sparkle

now what to do with the hair?? up-do (chip clip style), down or pony???

 

[princessallegra]

It does...I didn't see it initially either, found a better picture and it is stamped "5 YEARS" bottom center, with 2009 on the left and 2013 on the right at the bottom.

COOL! I see it! The two tone is growing on me

 

[Gryhndmom]

Happy day - I ran last night without pain! 2.5 miles with 2:00run/3:00walk intervals for an avg pace of 13:20/mile. Only times I felt potential for pain? Yep, transitioning from run to walk. So I don't think it matters how much I walk or run, but how many times I transition from walk to run; that's what I need to keep to a minimum.

Good for you ! After my week of drinking & eating at Epcot wine & food festival I might be going from my 12:32 pace to the 13:20 with you. Never fear though...if we are in the same corral maybe we should just fill my belt water bottles with mimosa's instead of Gatorade...might make the race more fun !

As for the medal...since it will be my first, I don't think it is too bad. I am more excited about wearing my " I finished " t-shirt !

 

[Cripey]

COOL! I see it! The two tone is growing on me

Me too...although the more I look at a clearer pic of it (the one they posted on FB to grab as a cover photo seems clearer) I'm wondering if it's two-tone or just the design filled in with glitter/sparkles. Hopefully we'll be able to find some good pics of it posted soon with the W&D expo coming up...I assume it will be hanging in the runDisney booth. I'm curious to know what the full ribbon/lanyard looks like too!

 

[princessallegra]

Me too...although the more I look at a clearer pic of it (the one they posted on FB to grab as a cover photo seems clearer) I'm wondering if it's two-tone or just the design filled in with glitter/sparkles. Hopefully we'll be able to find some good pics of it posted soon with the W&D expo coming up...I assume it will be hanging in the runDisney booth. I'm curious to know what the full ribbon/lanyard looks like too!

Get out of my head!!!

 

[christinascreative]

Off topic a little... But just saw this top on Yahoo and thought.. if it had short sleeves, was made of tech material and the bra part was purple... ARIEL!!
Is that when I should know I'm a little obsessed with the P1/2?

 

[Cripey]

Get out of my head!!!

someone just posted another pic over on a PHM FB group...they said it came in an email today from runDisney about entering the contest for a night in the castle. That pic shows maybe half of the lanyard...it's actually light pink to match the stones and purple lettering...the part you can see says "1/2 Marathon" with "5th Anniversary" on a banner beneath that.

 

[Cripey]

Off topic a little... But just saw this top on Yahoo and thought.. if it had short sleeves, was made of tech material and the bra part was purple... ARIEL!!
Is that when I should know I'm a little obsessed with the P1/2?

That would make a perfect Ariel top!!

I actually just heard back from someone about some designs I'd like to use for the PHM as well as Tink...now I just have to decide and that's the hardest part! I'm going with a Belle theme for PHM.